About the Property
a&o Köln Dom is a spacious and beautiful student accommodation in Cologne which offers single-double rooms and 4-bedroom apartments. The property is located within an 11-minute drive from the University of Cologne and a 6-minute drive from the Catholic University of Applied Sciences of North Rhine – Westphalia.
Features
The rooms at this property give you the liberty to transform them into your new home... spacious rooms with large windows makes the rooms very airy and well-lit. Every room comes with comfy beds, large windows and more! Watch your favourite shows with friends on the lobby TV and stream seamlessly on free high-speed Wi-Fi. A 24h service will always be there for you if you need anything and you can eat buffet in the newly designed breakfast room.
Location and What's Hot?
The property is surrounded by dozens of shops, pubs and restaurants. Spend smoky evenings at The Corkonian Irish pub and SAUSALITOS. Have some of the best dishes at Hard Rock Cafe and Restaurant Heumarkt. Or you can grab a cup of coffee at Espresso Bar Köln and Café Pronto.
Commute
The accommodation is well linked to public transport in Cologne. Cathedral / Central Station bus stop is within a 2-minute walk. Or you can catch a tram from Appellhofplatz which is within a 4-minute walk. Cologne Central Station is also within just a 4-minute walk.
What will you get
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still check in at the accommodation after 6 pm?
Guests with a FIX booking (cheaper rate; paid in advance) can arrive at any time without any difficulty. Guests with a FLEX booking (payable on site; can be cancelled free of charge by 6 pm) should call the accommodation and have their booking guaranteed by submitting their credit card details to a Customer Service Agent. Then you can arrive later without any problem. The credit card is for security purposes only – you can still pay on arrival. The card will only be charged if you do not arrive. Without a credit card, we cannot guarantee that your room will be available after 6 pm.
Can I park at the accommodation?
Almost every accommodation has its own parking lot or underground parking. Street-level spaces cost from 5,-€ per day.
What are the Check-in/ Check-out times?
Check-in is possible at any time. Your room is ready for you at 3 pm. Check-out workdays is until 10am. Weekends and also holidays until 11 am.
What do I do if I forget something at the accommodation?
They would love to help you out! Just use their contact for a personal inquiry directly to the desired accommodation house. If they have found what you lost, they will send you a short manual for the pick-up request via DHL.
Can I take my pets to the accommodation?
Dogs are always welcome at all locations! You can bring a maximum of 2 dogs in your room for a fee of £11 per night and dog. Unfortunately, it is not possible to bring dogs into the multi-bed rooms, as it is possible that it would make other guests uncomfortable. For the same reason, we ask you not to bring dogs to the breakfast room. We appreciate your understanding
Can the bus of my travel group park at the accommodation?
There are bus parking spaces free of charge in close vicinity. Some accommodations offer bus parking spaces.
Can I check in earlier or check out later?
With our Early Check-in for 12,50€, you can enter your room at 11 am. On Weekends at 12 pm. - You can book this service for single, double or family rooms at the accommodation. The Late Check-out until 2 pm for 12,50 Euro allows you a nice and long sleep-in. Available also online.
Can I temporarily store my luggage at the accommodation?
You can store your luggage in our lockers. For groups there is also a free luggage room.
How do I get to the accommodation?
A precise description of the directions can be found on each location's website.
Can I prepare my own meals at the accommodation?
You can of course also bring your own food when staying with us. Our tip: It is best to check in advance whether the accommodation you have booked offers a guest kitchen where you can prepare your meals. You can find out either by reading the e-mail sent to you 48 hours prior to your arrival or by checking our website
Can I book tickets for sightseeing etc. at the accommodation?
They make it easy for you to find suitable attractions even before you arrive: When you book a bed or room online, you will be asked in the next step about additional services such as breakfast, parking and so on. At this point, they recommend the City Cards! These "cards" also include a ticket for public transport - museums and cultural and leisure facilities are thus greatly reduced.
Is there Wi-Fi at the accommodation?
Every accommodation offers free Wi-Fi in all public areas, such as the lobby or the bars, and in every room as well.
Can I also stay at the accommodation as a teenager?
From the age of 14 you can stay in their property all by yourself. All you need is a signed declaration of consent from your parents and a copy of the personal identification from the parent who signed the form
What kind of catering do I get at the accommodation?
You can expect a rich breakfast buffet for only 9,30 €. Please note that prices may differ in countries where the euro is not accepted as a means of payment. You can book the breakfast online for 8,65 €. Children 6 and under get breakfast for free and young adults 18 and older pay full price.
Breakfast hours are Mon-Fri 7.00-11.00 am and Sat-Sun 7.00-11.00 am. For groups of 10 or more we also offer dinner (by arrangement). On request we prepare packed lunches for 6,90 € (groups of 10 or more get a 50ct discount). This includes a sandwich, fruit, a sweet and a drink.
We ask for your understanding, as lunch and/or dinner cannot be added for individual guests. However, you are welcome to book packed lunches in advance online or on site (one day before required).
Breakfast hours are Mon-Fri 7.00-11.00 am and Sat-Sun 7.00-11.00 am. For groups of 10 or more we also offer dinner (by arrangement). On request we prepare packed lunches for 6,90 € (groups of 10 or more get a 50ct discount). This includes a sandwich, fruit, a sweet and a drink.
We ask for your understanding, as lunch and/or dinner cannot be added for individual guests. However, you are welcome to book packed lunches in advance online or on site (one day before required).
Is there enough space in the community rooms for me and my group?
Yes, these offer ample space for smaller and medium-sized groups. Should the room still be too small we can make the dining area available (non-eating times only). For teachers and accompanying persons there is also a teacher and guide lounge, called the management lounge.
When can I regularly check in or check out?
Check-in is possible at any time. Your room is ready for you at 3 pm. Check-out workdays is until 10am. Weekends and also holidays until 11 am.
How do I get to the property management?
A precise description of the directions can be found on each location's website.
Can I send my post to the reception?
In general, this is possible. However, we do not accept formal deliveries. For the safe arrival of your postcards or parcels, please note the name of the receiver and the date of stay on the item. We will then deliver it to the guest.
How long can I use my parking space?
In general, you can use your booked parking space as soon as you have arrived. We usually have so many parking spaces in the cities with their own parking facilities that it is easy to find a previously free space. The right to use your parking space usually begins at the start of your stay with us, i.e. at the check-in and check-out times: 3 p.m. to 10 a.m. the next morning (or 11 a.m. at the weekend).
Can I store my bike at the accommodation?
Of course, you can bring your own bike and store it with us. If you are concerned about the pitch and security, please contact us with your booking no. either by email or call
Does the accommodation also offer barrier-free rooms?
You will find barrier-free rooms in almost all the accommodation.
Will my room be cleaned at the accommodation?
The rooms in the accommodation area as well as in the hotel area receive a daily needs check. For a careful and compatible use of resources, we avoid a daily complete cleaning with chemicals. We restock the hygiene articles, remove the rubbish and, of course, carry out a basic cleaning on departure. For the environment's sake, you can request a new towel at the reception in the hotel area (for a small extra charge) or simply leave your towel hanging on the hook in the bathroom for further use.
Can I smoke at the accommodation?
Since January 1, 2008 all of their locations are smoke-free.
Can I arrive at the accommodation without my own towels and bed linen?
All single, double and family rooms come with bed linen and towels. Only guests in multi-bed rooms need bed linen and towels, if they didn't bring their own. You get bed linen for 3.85€ and a towel for 1.65€ either at the reception or as an online feature when booking your stay.
Is there a play corner for kids with supervision from the management?
In every the management, there is a "Kids' Corner" with toys, a colouring board, crayons and children's books. In some properties the kids' corners even have slides or playhouses. Your children can let off steam while you relax and enjoy a coffee in the lobby or breakfast room. We do not offer in-house childcare, but we can offer you a good babysitting network for some cities, which you can contact independently.
Is there a room especially for women?
Of course we offer shared rooms with women-only occupancy. You can book these conveniently online - a pink band in the photo shows you the correct room category.
Can I become a regular guest at the accommodation?
As a "frequent traveller" you will receive special treatment at the accommodation - similar to the major airlines. For €69 you can order your accommodation Traveller Card at any reception desk or by phone/e-mail. If you need more than one accommodation Traveller Card, they would also like to accommodate you. The price of the second accommodation Traveller Card is 60€ and each additional one costs 50€. You can find all the advantages of this card for you as our guest here. Please understand that the Traveller Card cannot be combined with other accommodation discounts.
Do I have to pay a deposit for group bookings?
They don't request a deposit, but they request that groups behave themselves properly.
Is there a children's discount at the accommodation?
Up to the age of 7, your children stay in your room free of charge. Families usually choose the room category "family room" (designed for 4-6 people, in some hotels also for 8 people). The room rate is determined by the number of parents (legal guardians) travelling with the children. The little ones are always welcome. That's why we are happy to provide cots (up to 2 years recommended) and highchairs free of charge if required. You don't need to worry about anything - the children's discount counts automatically when you book. Therefore you can also combine other discounts.
How much are the cancellation fees at the accommodation?
It depends on the rate you booked. If you booked using our Flex-Rate, then you can cancel at any time. Otherwise, the room will be kept available for you until 6 pm on the day of your arrival. Please let us know if you will arrive later. The Fix-Rate is, as the name says, "fixed" and cannot be canceled. The price cannot be reimbursed even if you do not stay here. That's why this rate is especially low. For groups of 10 or more, there are special cancellation rules that you can find in
Is there a press discount at the accommodation?
Journalists get a 20% discount on overnight stays. MICE Travel Card holders also get to use this special price.
How can I pay at the accommodation?
You can choose from a pool of payment options. We offer you the convenience of paying your bill by instant bank transfer, by credit card (VISA or MasterCard), by Paypal or by direct debit. When paying by Paypal, we charge a processing fee of €2.45 if the amount to be paid is less than €200. You should only choose direct debit if your arrival does not take place within the next 5 days.
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